OTHM Level 3 Technical Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Build a strong foundation in workplace health, safety, risk management, and compliance practices.
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OTHM Awarded
- Paid
- Flexible
- Online
- 34 Credits
Course Overview
The OTHM Level 3 Technical Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is designed to provide learners with a solid understanding of core health and safety practices within the workplace. The course introduces the principles, responsibilities, and practical approaches required to identify, manage, and respond to workplace health and safety issues effectively. It provides practical knowledge and skills aligned with the expectations of organisations and employers and supports individuals seeking to develop or progress in health and safety roles across a wide range of sectors.
- About Ofqual
Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is an independent regulator of qualifications, examinations, and assessments in England. Operating as a non-ministerial department that reports directly to the UK Parliament, Ofqual ensures the quality, integrity, and consistency of qualifications across all levels of education and vocational training.
Eligibility Criteria
- Available to learners aged 16 and above.
- No formal entry requirements.
- Learners must be able to understand and articulate the concepts covered in the syllabus in the language used for course delivery and assessment.
- Centres must ensure learners have the capability to undertake the learning and meet the assessment criteria.
- Prior knowledge of workplace health and safety would be beneficial.
- Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language competence.
Course Duration & Language
Duration
Flexible training
Delivery
Online
Language
English (proficiency test may be required)
Difficulty
Beginner
Key Benefits
Upon completion, learners will be able to:
- Understand key roles and responsibilities for health and safety within the workplace.
- Recognise workplace safety, welfare, and compliance requirements.
- Understand the essential components of an effective health and safety policy.
- Understand the benefits of structured safety management systems within organisations.
- Review health and safety procedures across an organisation.
- Communicate effectively when supporting a healthy and safe working environment.
- Understand the importance of collaboration in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
- Understand the principles and application of risk assessment.
- Identify workplace hazards, associated risks, and appropriate control measures.
- Understand how to manage the impact of workplace accidents and incidents.
- Monitor risks and contribute to effective incident management.
- Develop practical health and safety knowledge and skills aligned with organisational and employer expectations.
- Potential eligibility for Associate (AIOSH) / Technical (Tech IOSH) membership.
Qualification Structure
The qualification comprises three mandatory units, totalling 34 credits, 340 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 220 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
Mandatory Units
- Health and Safety Principles in the Working Environment (10 credits)
- Maintaining a Healthy and Safe Working Environment (14 credits)
- Principles of Risk and Incident Management in the Working Environment (10 credits)
What Will I Learn
After completing the qualification, learners will be able to:
- Understand key roles and responsibilities for health and safety within the workplace.
- Recognise workplace safety, welfare and compliance requirements.
- Understand the essential components of an effective health and safety policy.
- Understand the benefits of structured safety management systems within organisations.
- Review health and safety procedures across an organisation.
- Communicate effectively when supporting a healthy and safe working environment.
- Understand the importance of collaboration in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
- Understand the principles and application of risk assessment.
- Identify workplace hazards, associated risks and appropriate control measures.
- Understand how to manage the impact of workplace accidents and incidents.
- Monitor risks and contribute to effective incident management.
Target Audience
This qualification is suitable for individuals seeking to develop or progress in health and safety roles across a wide range of sectors.
Entry Requirements
This qualification is suitable for individuals seeking to develop or progress in health and safety roles across a wide range of sectors.
Assessment & Verification
Internally assessed by Amsterdam HSE International Academy and externally verified by OTHM. Criterion-referenced assessment based on achievement of learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Progression
Learners who achieve the OTHM Level 3 Technical Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety may progress to:
- OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (subject to appropriate experience).
- OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management (with appropriate qualification and experience).
- MSc study with UK universities.
- MSc study through OTHM’s sister company, London Graduate School.
Materials Included
⦁ Comprehensive course materials and study guides.
⦁ Access to online resources and case studies.
⦁ Templates for risk assessments, audits, and incident reporting.
⦁ Practical examples and real-world scenarios for application.
⦁ Certification upon successful completion of the course.
Course Info
Level
Level 3
Credits
34
Duration
Flexible
Delivery
Online
Difficulty
Beginner
Language
English
IOSH Eligibility
Learners who successfully complete the qualification may be eligible to apply for Associate (AIOSH) / Technical (Tech IOSH) membership.
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